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TNFD criticised for lack of scientists in governance

The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) has refuted criticism that there is "a lack of independent scientific rigour" in its main body.

Boom time for nature data

Demand for biodiversity and nature data is booming, ahead of an eagerly-awaited reporting framework planned for September. Peter Cripps and Thomas Cox explore some of the developments

TNFD metrics 'don't allow direct assessment of COP15 contribution'

The draft core disclosure metrics of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) do not show whether businesses are fulfilling a key goal of the final agreement from COP15, data providers and consultants have claimed.

TNFD responds to greenwashing criticism from NGOs

The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) has responded to claims from community groups its draft framework will facilitate "greenwashing".

Recommendations on TNFD nature data utility 'due next month'

A group set up by the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) to explore the creation of a database of nature-related information, similar to one being planned for climate change, will submit its recommendations in June, a member of the group has said.

UNEP FI: Finance can already use draft TNFD, despite data gaps

Data gaps need not prevent financial institutions from applying the draft recommendations of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), UNEP FI has claimed.

TNFD publishes hypothetical case study with 'overwhelmed' bank

'More guidance needed' on TNFD, finance pilot says

More guidance on the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) framework is needed, a pilot with 42 financial institutions overseen by UNEP FI has said.

Jefferies flags 'key' TNFD nuances in materiality

Moody's: TNFD metrics an 'important milestone'

The disclosure metrics proposed by the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) are a significant step towards helping investors understand nature risks, and could boost sustainable debt markets, Moody's Investors Service said.